1. Online Learning: Another Option to Bridge the Gap between Higher Learning Education and Minority and At-Risk Students
Presented by: Yamilca Gómez, Ed.S, NBCT
District Relations Manager

2. The Numbers Tell a Story: Projections
Enrollment by race/ ethnicity Enrollment in public elementary and secondary schools is projected to decrease 6 percent between 2011 and 2022 for students who are White
be 2 percent higher in 2022 than in 2011 for students who are Black;
increase 33 percent between 2011 and 2022 for students who are Hispanic;
increase 20 percent between 2011 and 2022 for students who are Asian/ Pacific Islander
decrease 5 percent between 2011 and 2022 for students who are American Indian/Alaska Native
increase 44 percent between 2011 and 2022 for students who are two or more races National Center for Education Statistics

3. The Numbers Tell a Story
Broward County, Florida ( )
White 51.3%
Black 40.4%
Asian 3.8%
Native American .9%
Native Hawaiian .2%
Multiracial 3.6%
Ethnically Hispanic 32.9%
Non Ethnically Hispanic 67.1

4. The Numbers Tell a Story
Race
Student Count
% Student
American Indian or Alaska Native
5,040
2.61%
Asian
7,336
3.79%
Black or African American
37,930
19.61%
Multi-Racial
11,309
5.85%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
1,617
0.84%
No Race
125
0.06%
White
130,071
67.24%
Ethnicity
Hispanic
66,953
34.62%
Non Hispanic
126,475
65.38%

5. Our Students…
“Sergio Reyes did not feel like he had many options in school. He has to work to support his mother and child in the United States, as well as his family in El Salvador. For Reyes, 19, working for a county nonprofit and mowing lawns were much better options than attending classes at Gaithersburg High School in Maryland.” -

6. Beyond the Classroom Walls
Imagine the opportunities to work across geographical, cultural, and socio-economic boundaries.
Let’s Bridge the GAP!

7. Online Learning Opens Doors
The Digital Learning Act: access to high-quality
digital learning environment and courses.
Florida Statute :Online course required for public schools high school students to receive a standard high school diploma.

8. Opportunity vs. Challenge
Relate to the students…empathy is KEY!
Provide other options to help students get to college!
Impact through online education

9. FLVS 101 Virtual education serving grades K – 12 Over 150 Courses
Founded in 1997, FLVS began with just 77 enrollments; FULLY ACCREDITED
FREE for In-State Students (Florida)
Credit retrieval, advancement, access to courses not normally available, and more = ACCESS TO HIGHER LEARNING!
The Florida legislature agreed to include Florida Virtual School in the state’s per-pupil funding model—based solely on successful completions

10. Who Do We Serve? All Types of Students in grades K-12
Private School
Public School
Charter School
Home Schooled
Out of State Students

11. Programs at FLVS
All designed to meet the needs of students and provide individualized learning. Students learn at their own pace and place ANYTIME they want!

12. Options in Education

13. FLVS Flex Mostly used program Customizable experience
Individualized attention from teachers
Year-round enrollment
24/7 course availability

14. FLVS Full-Time Designed for diploma-seeking students
Online public school
Follows traditional 180 day calendar
Free to Florida students
Kindegarten-12th grade
Available 24/7 online
K-5 in partnership with Connections Academy
Must meet public school attendance and testing requirements including EOCs and FSAs.

15. Virtual Learning Labs: Helping You Meet Your Students’ Needs
Digital Learning Labs can help provide engaging, online curriculum to your students. This model creates an environment that allows students to reach outside the walls of their classrooms and connect with teachers and students throughout Florida and beyond.

16. FLVS Elementary For homeschooled students
Free option for students in kindergarten-5th grade
Flexible learning model
Curriculum includes Reading, Social Studies, Math, Science, and Technology
Live video lessons twice a week with Florida certified FLVS teacher
Flexibility to pick the sessions that work best for each family

17. Global Options No walls…no boundaries Outside of Florida
Courses for a Fee
Global School Tuition: Courses, LMS, Teachers = OURS
FLVS Hosted: Courses, LMS= OURS, but teachers= YOURS
Client Hosted: Courses=OURS, but LMS and Teachers= YOURS

18. The Options Go On…. Franchises: It is a WIN, WIN!
Serving all of Florida’s school districts; FLVS works with school and district leaders to meet the needs of their students and support online learning initiatives. Grades
Use own district teachers
Contract base
Follow a 180 day traditional school year
Use our courses, student support, and teacher training 

19. Benefits of Online Learning
Students who normally would not have access to particular courses NOW DO!
Through online learning options, we bridge the gap!
One-on-One assistance; only a phone call or TEXT away!
Accelerate
Credit Recovery
Engaging and interactive content that encourages mastery before moving forward

20. The Benefits Continue Beyond the Classroom Walls
AP Courses
Opportunity for students to engage in clubs and activities
Opportunity for students to get ahead, stay on target, or get back on track

21. embracing diversity and empowering students to access higher learning
Education is Freedom
FLVS…Committed to
embracing diversity and empowering students
to access higher learning
institutions!

22. I AM FLVS

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24. Closing Remark